Everest Base Camp Fundraising Trek

October 28 to November 13, 2019

We are excited to be offering our first fundraising trek to Everest Base Camp this coming fall!

At 29,035 feet, Mount Everest soars high above the Himalayan mountain range as the tallest mountain in the world. This once in a lifetime opportunity will take you through the Everest region of Nepal and the heart of the Sherpa community. You will be immersed in the cultural and natural beauty of the Khumbu valley on this 13 day trek following the footsteps of legends. This trip will also take you to some of the restaurants that your generous donations helped make possible through The Juniper Fund’s Business Grant program, as well as meet many of The Juniper Fund families along the way.

You will be guided by one of the most experienced Himalayan guides, Pete Athans (a.k.a. Mr. Everest), and also companied by our fabulous local guiding team

Trip highlights:

- Trek to the base camp of the breathtaking Mount Everest, the world’s highest mountain.

Day 10 – 6 November - Trek from Lobuche to Kalapather 5545m & back to Ghorekshep 5110m

Day 11 – 7 November - Trek from Ghorekshep to Everest BC 5364m then back to Lobuche

Day 12 – 8 November - Trek from Lobuche to Pangboche 3930m

Day 13 – 9 November - Trek from Pangboche to Namche Bazaar

Day 14 – 10 November - Trek from Namche to Lukla

Day 15 – 11 November - Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu

Day 16 – 12 November - Contingency day / exploring Kathmandu

Day 16 – 13 November - Fly home

The above itinerary is subject to change for numerous reasons outside of our control, including weather, terrain conditions, acclimatization, team member health and fitness, etc. It is not unusual for adjustments to be made, and our guides use their good judgement to ensure the health, safety and success of all members on the trek.

Your tax-deductible $9,000 donation includes:

- All meals and accommodation during the trek

- Three nights accommodation in Kathmandu

- Trekking staff and porters

- Trekking and National Park fees

- In-country ground transportation and domestic airfare

The cost does not include:

- International airfare and excess baggage charges

- Any travel fees

- Rescue and travel insurance, rescue flights, and airport tax

- Personal expenses (i.e. telephone calls, laundry, wifi, tips)

For detailed information or to receive the necessary paperwork to register for this climb please email us: